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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1896
Page
7
Maggie Williams, a West Side resident and daughter of Thomas Williams, was arrested for vagrancy. The piece recounts a family history marked by a well remembered death and alleged past betrayals, with multiple figures linked to Hyde Park and North Hyde Park avenues.
William Burke of Meyfyrt Avenue a driver at the Dickson shaft suffered serious facial and chest burns when a lamp ignited a gas blower during an empty-load run. He was taken home and a physician called while he remained in critical condition. Tallie Brace of William Street was kicked by a mule at the Cayuga shaft, causing painful injuries. Miss Hertha Watkins, daughter of Rev. W. G. Watkins, of North Main, is mentioned in passing.
A large aim urges citizens to inform themselves on all party doctrines including Gold, Silver, Tariff and Free Trade. The publishers claim to offer a complete handbook of public political information edited by Lawrence F. Prescott, to be presented with any purchase of a men’s suit.
John M Foote of Pennsylvania Coal at No 1 colliery injured in an explosion while fitting steam pipes. Molten lead and clay burned his face. Dr Hopkins says burns are very serious. James Mulhearn badly wrenched his back at Scranton Stove Works. weeks before return. Stuart Space burned foot from molten metal. Numerous local visits and social events noted, including births, visitors, and a Loyal Temperance League ice cream festival at Doyle's hall.
The Swiss Mannerchor traveled to Brooklyn to compete in a saengerfest with hopes of winning prizes. Updates note members returning from Manhattan Beach and various local people visiting New York City. Laula Schwasa was elected delegate from Century Hose to attend the state firemen convention in Johnstown. High mass resumed at St. John's Church. Mrs. Henry F. Ziegler recovers at Cedar Avenue home.
Miss Margaret Roach left for New York for a few weeks. Thomas Murray of Peckville was a caller in town yesterday. Township schools reopen this morning. Minooka team went to Pitts ton to play the Reds, but the home club did not appear and fans were disappointed. The Saturday Taylor Reds game was cancelled as Jupiter Plavius forced shelter. At the South district Democrats caucus John Diskin was chosen to represent the district at the county convention Tuesday. M Henry and Patrick Cawley were elected in the Southwest. Greenwood No 2 colliery will be idle this week for repairs on the shaft tower. Miss Cella Nallin returned from Jermyn after a week.
Albany reports General Charles Tracey says sound money Democrats aim to defeat Bryan. He cites Vermont and Maine trends, notes some Democrats will drift toward Palmer Buckner, and argues McKinley could gain from the Indianapolis platform while many Democrats resist Bryan. Indiana seen as safe for McKinley, with Minnesota Illinois close battles anticipated.
John Clement, superintendent at Manhattan Elevated brass works, was wounded by a gun trap set on his property to shoot boys who pilfered grape arbors. The device exploded as he stepped on a board, bullet hitting his calf. he bound the wound and asked for help. Dr. McDonald operated. Clement was not in danger.
A 19 year old girl identified as Rose Woznick of Newark appeared in Police Justice Potts court in Jersey City on charges of bicycle theft. She allegedly posed as a buyer at Smith and Homaline's store and fled with a wheel after offering a false name. She was committed to await grand jury action after Newark arrest and identification by the clerk.
Official Manila dispatches report Spanish gun boats bombarding insurgents entrenched on Cavite isthmus and adjacent peninsula while land troops chase them. Insurgents are said to be routed, with several captured. Four prisoners executed and 200 sent to the Marianne Islands. Separately Pillsbury Flour mills require 17,000 barrels daily.
New York opening soft as London lags and bank statement prospects loom. Late-day rally lifts most active shares with Grangers Manhattan and Great Eastern leading gains. Total volume 100,141 shares with bonds and local issues listed alongside.
Chicago live stock reports show cattle receipts around 60 head and 14 000 head in market steady with best grade firm and mixed lots under pressure. Sheep receipts 14 head with native and western grades steady. lambs quoted at 2.00 to 4.40. Credit balances listed. runs and shipments not reported.
An 1890s notice advertises a list of 200 promoters with addresses who have attracted large foreign investments, offering subscriptions for £5 or $25 to London and Universal Bureau of Investors. Subscribers may receive introductions to promoters, with claims of reliability and access to industrial, commercial, financial ventures, mortgage loans, lands, patents or mines. Directors named include Sir Edward C. Ross, Hon. Walter C. Pepys, and Capt. Arthur Stiffe.
In Scranton on Aug 31 1896 the Republicans of Lackawanna countys First legislative district announce a convention to nominate a state representative. Delegates will be elected Sept 12 at polling places with wards and districts listed. Vigilance committees are instructed to govern themselves. W A Paine chair and John H Reynolds secretary.
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